Educational Project Manager Jobs in Appleton, WI

At Oshkosh, we design and manufacture some of the world’s toughest specialty trains and access equipment to support defense, firefighting, and community building missions. We employ over 18,000 team members worldwide.

A Senior Project Manager leads complex, high‑impact initiatives across functional, departmental, and geographic boundaries. Responsibilities include full lifecycle ownership—from strategy and planning to execution, monitoring, and close‑out—across commercial and government environments. The role requires strategic thinking, technical acumen, and the ability to deliver outcomes in dynamic, high‑stakes settings while mentoring junior staff and driving continuous improvement.

• Plan, execute, and deliver medium to large‑scale projects and programs across commercial and/or government sectors.
• Oversee the complete project lifecycle including scope definition, requirements, design, development, testing, deployment, and sustainment.
• Develop and manage integrated project/program plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Define vision, KPIs, and success criteria aligned with business strategy and contractual requirements.
• Drive compliance with internal standards and regulatory frameworks (e.g., ISO, CMMI, ITAR, FAR/DFARS).

• Serve as the primary liaison for customers, senior business leaders, and government officials.
• Build alignment across executive and cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Lead program reviews and communicate risks, issues, and performance updates to leadership and external stakeholders.
• Manage customer relationships, proposal efforts (SOWs, RFQs), and contract reviews.

• Monitor scope, schedule, cost, and performance; apply Earned Value Management (EVM) and cost control techniques.
• Identify risks and issues early, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure effective resolution.
• Ensure contract deliverables and government reporting requirements are met on time and within budget.

• Capture and pursue new program opportunities.
• Drive program expansion by identifying adjacent opportunities and influencing customer requirements.
• Lead internal strategic initiatives including agile transformation, process standardization, and digital program execution.

• Mentor and coach junior project managers and team members.
• Contribute to the evolution of PMO tools, templates, governance models, and reporting capabilities.
• Champion process improvement efforts through Lean, Six Sigma, and digital manufacturing strategies.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and six (6) or more years of relevant experience (equivalent to twelve (12) years total in education and experience).
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role.

• Master’s degree (MBA, Engineering Management, or related field).
• PMP, PgMP, or SAFe Agile certification.
• Advanced Excel (pivot tables, macros) and proficiency with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence), SharePoint, and Power BI.
• Familiarity with product lifecycle frameworks (e.g., PDP, APQP).
• Strong decision‑making skills in dynamic, high‑stakes environments.
• Demonstrated success leading enterprise‑wide or multi‑phase initiatives.
• Proficiency in project management tools (Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Primavera P6).
• Strong knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid methodologies.
• Experience in regulated environments such as defense, aerospace, or manufacturing.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Pay Range: $92,600.00 – $154,400.00. The above range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Individual pay is determined by scope, responsibilities, experience, education, and skills.

Beyond a competitive total rewards package, we offer opportunities to support team member growth and success. Oshkosh is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit‑based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for all qualified individuals, and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Oshkosh Corporation will not discriminate based on pay inquiries or disclosures as part of lawful job application processes.

Certain positions may require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations or Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be “U.S. Persons,” as defined by these regulations.